Aquarist and Diver
RedFin Aquarium Design
Hong Kong
About the job
A unique opportunity has arisen to work in one of Hong Kong
largest aquariums. Your priority will be the health of aquatic animals,
maintaining the appearance of the aquarium and cleanliness of the back of house
areas. The position is based in Wong Chuk Hang.
Role Summary:
- Your
primary task is to maintain and clean the aquarium exhibit and quarantine
systems, including:
- Surface
and dive cleaning.
- Vacuuming,
cleaning of tank or theming surfaces.
- Your
secondary tasks include the following:
- Assist
with basic husbandry duties, including:
- Food
preparation following guidelines provided by Lead Aquarist,
- Feeding
(surface and dive), and
- Observation
of animal health and condition.
- Maintenance
and cleaning of various life support systems equipment such as protein
skimmers, bag filters, etc.
- Checking
of life support systems.
- Assisting
in maintenance and repair of life support systems if required.
- Assisting
in various treatment for sick animals.
- Water
quality testing using various equipment such as colorimeter and
multiparameter meter.
- Receiving
incoming fish shipments.
- Proper
acclimation and introduction of animal into quarantine systems.
- Catch
and transfer of animals between exhibit and quarantine systems.
- Maintain
dive logs, risk assessments, emergency procedures, daily reports and
records.
- Maintain
dive equipment and cleanliness of back of house areas.
- Assist
with procurement of dive and maintenance equipment.
- You
will report to the Lead Aquarist.
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